Activities in nature

It is easy to enjoy nature in an environmentally friendly way. We want to help you to do it with outdoor activities in nature areas in inland regions in Spain. In the rivers, valleys, lakes and mountains you will find proposals for everyone, all year round. How about riding in a hot-air balloon, practising canyoning, rafting, taking a ride in a 4x4 or going on a zip line?

Aragon

Sporting activities

Are you looking for an adventure? You'll find it in the Aragonese Pyrenees or in the Ordesa and Monte Perdido National Parkwith activities such as mountaineering or climbing. Could there be anything more contemplative? Get ready to be surprised and fly over the Monegros desert in a hot-air balloon, but you can also cross it in a 4x4, by bike or on horseback. In winter you'll be able to enjoy the snow by practising mountain skiing or in ski resorts. In spring and summer, we recommend water activities such as kayaking or white water rafting in the Gallego and Cinca rivers, or scuba diving in the Tena Valley. Choose the activity you prefer and get in contact with any of the many companies that organise them.

Hiking routes

No noise, no pollution, no crowds... and in the heart of nature: this is what you'll find when you go hiking. In Aragonyou'll find many kilometres of marked routes and you'll be able to download the routes and the GPS coordinates easily. You'll also be able to discover first hand the route difficulty and its places of interest.

Castile-La Mancha

Practise sports in wetlands, magnificent cliffs, valleys between rivers or vast beech forests… there are many ways of enjoying the countryside!
The activities available include from riding in a 4x4 to orienteering workshops, from horse riding to paragliding, from quiet walks to exciting bungee jumping…
Choose what you want to do and get in contact with any of the many companies that organise these activities and enjoy nature in the National Parks of Cabañerosand Las Tablas de Daimiel.

Practical tips

>The activities take place outdoors and in a natural environment, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing, adapted to the weather conditions.

>If you wish to get in contact with companies that organise activities in nature, use the search engine on the Castile-La Mancha tourism website, and choose the area and the type of activity you are looking for.

>Advance booking recommended.

>Respect the natural environment so that everyone will be able to enjoy it.

>Do not enter unknown areas, always tell your family or a friend where you are going and take a mobile phone with charged up battery. In any case, we recommend asking a professional for help.

>Try to take a map of the area with you.

>Always check the weather forecast before your trip so you can be prepared.

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Castile-León

Adventure forests

Have fun in adventure parks with activities in the heart of nature. You will be able to go on a zip line, jump like a monkey in the jungle with lianas or discover the forest from up above by crossing hanging footbridges. There are also circuits for all ages.

Art Trails in Nature

Can you imagine coming across a sculpture while on a hiking route amongst trees? This is what happens on these routes in the Las Batuecas-Sierra de Francia Nature Reserve, where you'll also be able to discover historical sites in the area.

Hot-air balloon flights

Because flying is possible, and because riding in a hot-air balloon is a unique experience, you can't miss the chance to enjoy it over the nature areas in Castile-León. Do you want more? You'll be accompanied by a guide who will help you to interpret nature while having a bird's-eye view of the area.

Sporting activities

Nature is the setting and you are the protagonist of the sport of your choice. Make the most of the diversity in Castile-León to enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities: kayaking, 4x4 or quad bike routes, canyoning, paintball, archery, hiking, climbing, horse riding, snow sports, etc. They are all organised carefully by many companies

Practical tips

>The activities take place outdoors and in a natural environment, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing, adapted to the weather conditions.

>Adventure Forests are especially attractive if you are coming with children. We recommend starting with easier circuits.

>If you want to go on an Art Trail in the countryside, we recommend printing the maps or downloading the route for GPS.

>If you wish to get in contact with companies that organise activities in nature, use the search engine on the Castile-León Active Tourism website, and choose the area and the type of activity you are looking for.

>Respect the natural environment so that everyone will be able to enjoy it.

>Do not enter unknown areas, always tell your family or a friend where you are going and take a mobile phone with charged up battery. In any case, we recommend asking a professional for help.

>Try to take a map of the area with you.

>Always check the weather forecast before your trip so you can be prepared.

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Extremadura

Nature trails

Discover the secrets of nature in Extremadura with routes in places such as Monfragüe National Park or the nature reserves of Cornalvo and International Tagus. You'll be able to go hiking in a setting chosen by thousands of birds travelling to Extremadura every year; you'll be able to go cycling in a large "white valley" of cherry blossom in Jerte; or you'll go on horseback through pastureland full of the famous Iberian pigs.

Natural and next to the "sea"

Did you know that you can go to the beach in Extremadura? You'll also be able to go to the first inland beach with a Blue Flag in Spain. This beach is Orellana, in Badajoz, which is part of the so-called "Lakes", together with Cija, García Sola, Zújar and Serena. A perfect place to spend hot days in this inland region in Spain.

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La Rioja

Sunset over the vineyards

Feel the breeze, the fresh morning air, and when you open your eyes, you'll be flying over the vineyards in La Rioja and you'll nearly be able to reach out and touch them. Would you like to experience this moment? Then come and visit the town of Haro. And if you like heights, remember that you also have the option of paragliding or hang-gliding in the Sierra de la Demanda Mountains, and in the valleys of San Millán and Leza.

Trails

Step by step and calmly, at your leisure, enjoying the surroundings. This will be your experience in the La Rioja countryside, on its network of marked hiking trails. You can check the trails before coming, look at the maps and get information on the places of interest on each trail.

Adventure parks

They are a proposal to enjoy the countryside with friends or family. On these trails you'll have to face several balance challenges and skill tests, with different levels of difficulty that are suitable for everyone.

Sporting activities

Have you ever thought about discovering the land of wine on horseback, kayaking down the Ebro River, crossing the fields on a quad bike, or cycling in the countryside? You'll find many companies ready to organise the activity to suit your needs.

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Madrid

Put on your trainers and come and discover the countryside in Madridon its trails.
You can go on these routes on your own, but you will find detailed maps and recommendations on where to eat and sleep. Most of them do not present any difficulties, and in some cases you can go on your bike.
You'll discover lesser-known landscapes in the Madrid Region such as the Canencia ecological route, Fuenfría valleys or Paularand the countryside surrounding El Escorial.

Information and booking

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Navarre

Waterfalls

Nature puts on a real show each spring in Navarre. The thaw takes place at this time and creates beautiful waterfalls that you'll be able to enjoy in Cubo and Xorroxin and at the source of the Urederra River.

Sporting activities

Desert or snow? In Navarre it will all depend on the time of year in which you want to enjoy its countryside. If you choose spring and summer, the Bardenas Reales Nature Reserveunveils a fantastic desert landscape which is perfect for visiting on a segway or for practising cycle touring. In winter, the Pyrenees are perfect for cross-country skiing or snowshoes. There are many varied nature areas in the region where you can practise outdoor activities, such as canyoning, kayaking, caving, climbing, 4x4 routes, etc. Try one of these activities, for example, in the nature reserves of Foz de Lumbier, Señorío de Bertiz, Aralaror Urbasa y Andía.

Adventure parks

A proposal to have fun while testing your skills in the countryside. There are activity circuits and challenges such as balance tests, footbridges or zip lines… you'll feel as if you were flying!

Practical tips

>The best time to visit the waterfalls is at the end of spring. You'll find practical information on how to get there, a map and the level of difficulty of each route on the official web site of the Navarre Tourist Board.

>The activities take place outdoors and in a natural environment, so we recommend wearing comfortable clothing, adapted to the weather conditions.

>It is advisable to organise your outdoor activity in advance and to get in contact with any of the many companies that organise them.

>Adventure Parks are especially fun if you are coming with children. We recommend starting with easier circuits.

>Respect the natural environment so that everyone will be able to enjoy it.

>Do not enter unknown areas, always tell your family or a friend where you are going and take a mobile phone with charged up battery. In any case, we recommend asking a professional for help.

>Try to take a map of the area with you.

>Always check the weather forecast before your trip so you can be prepared.

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Green Routes

Old railway sections in the heart of nature, which are now unique and adapted routes to go walking, by bike or on horseback while you leave behind the hustle and bustle of the city.
You'll also find Green Routes in all the inland regions in Spain, and in some cases, there are companies that organise your trip.
A good example is La Jara Green Route, in Castile-La Mancha, which proposes the original idea of staying the night in the sleeping cars of a train and get a close look at imperial eagles in the Birds of Prey Study Centre.

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